Alison Millar, a renowned documentary filmmaker, has garnered a multitude of prestigious awards, including the BAFTA, IFTA, RTS, and Prix Italia, solidifying her position as one of the most respected professionals in the UK and Ireland. As the founder of Erica Starling Productions Ltd, an independent documentary production company based in Belfast, she has established herself as a driving force in the industry.
Throughout her illustrious career, Alison has been a regular contributor to the Channel 4 investigative documentary series Dispatches, bringing her expertise and storytelling abilities to the forefront. However, before transitioning to behind-the-scenes work, she began her journey in the entertainment industry as a co-presenter of the iconic arts and crafts series for children, Hartbeat, alongside the legendary Tony Hart, in the 1980s.